2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 1996 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
